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Minnesota North College
Hibbing, Minnesota · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 1515 East 25th Street, Hibbing, MN 55746 · Phone: (218) 293-6850 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Minnesota North College is a public trade school in Hibbing, MN offering CNA classes, welding, and EMT training, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Minnesota North College has a 41.6% completion rate, below the Minnesota state average of 48.2%; median graduate debt is $12,000 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $45,570, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 31.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing assistants | $38,010 | $46,680 | $49,330 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $45,690 | $60,280 | $65,410 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $31,340 | $48,090 | $52,940 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $51,700 | $63,750 | $71,270 |
| Electricians | $47,480 | $78,160 | $101,410 |
| Dental assistants | $46,960 | $65,270 | $74,410 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $48,220 | $76,350 | $87,190 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $48,400 | $62,600 | $75,960 |
| Construction laborers | $42,950 | $60,260 | $79,710 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,310 | $58,390 | $73,250 |
| Medical records specialists | $48,120 | $61,530 | $70,070 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Minnesota (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 108 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 31 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 2–4 years | 20 | not reported | $39,369 | $12,000 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 2–4 years | 20 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | not reported | $25,774 | $5,500 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | not reported | $28,236 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Minnesota North College is a public trade and career school in Hibbing, Minnesota, located in a remote town setting. The campus participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), and its programs are accredited through the Higher Learning Commission, with additional programmatic accreditation from the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation and the National League for Nursing's Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation. The school offers 18 program families, with the highest enrollment in CNA classes (108 completers), welding schools (35 completers), and EMT & paramedic training (32 completers), among 281 total trade program completers.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 41.6%, which is below the Minnesota state average of 48.2%. Median debt for graduates is reported at $12,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $45,570. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 31.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students interested in short, credential-focused programs like CNA and welding, as well as those pursuing EMT certification, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult learners and career changers should confirm scheduling and format directly with the school, as this information is not detailed here. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, prospective students can consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard or contact the relevant accrediting bodies listed above.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Minnesota North College offers 18 program families, with the most completers in CNA classes (108), welding schools (35), and EMT & paramedic training (32). Other program families include LPN programs, electrician schools, dental assistant schools, HVAC, culinary, construction trades, auto mechanic, and medical billing/coding.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional programmatic accreditation from the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation and the National League for Nursing's Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate at this campus is 41.6%, which is below the Minnesota state average of 48.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $12,000.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $45,570, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (218) 293-6850 or visit https://minnesotanorth.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Minnesota North College is a public institution, which generally means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-supported financial aid programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for program duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status through the Higher Learning Commission and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?173735.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers short, credential-focused programs such as CNA classes and EMT training, which may appeal to career changers, but specific scheduling and format details are not reported in this data; contact the school to confirm fit.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Minnesota North College at (218) 293-6850 or through its website at https://minnesotanorth.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this listing; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?173735 to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across schools.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.